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[If a friend discloses that they have been sexually assaulted], you should be very considerate and patient about how you deal with it, and stay strong; because you have to make sure you are supporting…

What I would suggest is, being new in North America, it’s easier for us to open up about this here rather than in our own country, if you’re coming from our cultural background. So, I…

How to be an ally

No author, 2020

Sexual Violence in South Asia: Key Findings & Recommendations

Equality Now & Dignity Alliance International, 2021, April 20

Nepalese women under the shadow of domestic Violence

Dhakal, 2008, February 16

“Why doesn’t she seek help for partner abuse?” An exploratory study with South Asian immigrant women

Ahmad, Driver, McNally, & Stewart, 2009